Description

Natural Environment

• Found naturally in the grasslands near Guadalajara, Mexico, particularly in areas where cattle graze
• First scientifically documented in the 1950s, though known to indigenous peoples for millennia
• Grows naturally in enriched soils high in organic matter
• Typically appears during warm, rainy seasons in subtropical regions

Physical Features in Solution

• Appears as a clear liquid containing tiny, white thread-like structures
• Forms dense, compact masses called sclerotia (hardened mycelium structures)
• Unique among similar specimens for its ability to form protective sclerotia
• Solution remains stable at room temperature when properly stored

Microscopic Characteristics

• Spores appear deep purple-brown under magnification
• Egg-shaped spores measure 8-12 micrometers long (about 1/100th of a millimeter)
• Smooth, uniform surface texture visible under microscope
• Clear cellular structures typical of the genus

Required Notices

Specimens intended for microscopy and taxonomy purposes only. Images provided for informational and educational reference only and originate from laboratories outside the US. Cultivation of this species is restricted in many countries including the United States. Please check your local regulations.

California, Idaho, and Georgia residents: Orders requesting Psilocybe Genera specimens shipped to California, Idaho, and Georgia will be refused, voided, or refunded. Possession of these specimens may be illegal in CA, ID, and GA without the proper permissions.